Dairy Programs payments in Massachusetts totaled $4.1 million in 2021
Counties in Massachusetts Receiving Dairy Programs payments, 2021
| Rank | County | Dairy Programs 2021 | Pct of Total | Running Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Berkshire County, Massachusetts | $978,966 | 24.2% | 24.2% |
| 2 | Franklin County, Massachusetts | $819,995 | 20.2% | 44.4% |
| 3 | Worcester County, Massachusetts | $632,780 | 15.6% | 60.0% |
| 4 | Hampshire County, Massachusetts | $585,490 | 14.5% | 74.5% |
| 5 | Bristol County, Massachusetts | $275,189 | 6.8% | 81.3% |
| 6 | Hampden County, Massachusetts | $275,175 | 6.8% | 88.1% |
| 7 | Essex County, Massachusetts | $230,139 | 5.7% | 93.8% |
| 8 | Middlesex County, Massachusetts | $200,633 | 5.0% | 98.7% |
| 9 | Plymouth County, Massachusetts | $52,291 | 1.3% | 100.0% |
Source: Environmental Working Group. Compiled from USDA data.
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